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John Deere and Dovetail Workwear Partner to Empower Women in Agriculture with New Apparel Collection
MOLINE, Ill. (April 2, 2025) — Built by, for, and with women, Dovetail Workwear, is teaming up with John Deere to develop a collection of apparel and gear specifically designed to address the needs of women in the agricultural industry. This collaboration is inspired by their shared commitment to celebrating women’s immense value and contributions in agriculture.…
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National Weather Service issued tornado watch in four US states
National Weather Service issued tornado watch in four US states MSN
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Analyst: markets a “wait and see” for trade tariffs
Analyst: markets a “wait and see” for trade tariffs Brownfield Ag News
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China ship sales collapse as industry sweats over US ports plan
China ship sales collapse as industry sweats over US ports plan The Detroit News
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USDA to Release Funds Under Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program
USDA to Release Funds Under Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program NACS
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Prop 12 causing uncertainty for pork producers
Proposition 12 continues to create challenges for U.S. pork producers. Minnesota pig farmer Todd Selvik says California’s animal confinement law has caused uncertainty for the industry. “You’ve got some farms that are converting old units, some farms that aren’t. On my farm we chose not to convert ours, we didn’t see that there was enough…
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USDA Announces Agricultural Trade Promotion Programs for 2025
(WASHINGTON, D.C., April 2, 2025) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is launching agricultural trade promotion programs for 2025 and accepting applications for four export market development programs. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service has opened funding opportunities for the Market Access Program (MAP), Foreign Market Development Program (FMD), Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops Program (TASC), and…
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The Prolific Tractor Company that Put John Deere on the Map in Europe
The Prolific Tractor Company that Put John Deere on the Map in Europe Successful Farming
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Producers Have Until April 15 to Enroll in USDA’s Commodity Safety Net Programs
Producers Have Until April 15 to Enroll in USDA’s Commodity Safety Net Programs AgNet West
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U.S. Agricultural Exports/Imports Threatened by Trump Trade Actions
U.S. Agricultural Exports/Imports Threatened by Trump Trade Actions Successful Farming
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Senators push for farmer contracts to be honored
Legislation is being introduced in the U.S. House and Senate to release funding for USDA-signed contracts and agreements. Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin tells Brownfield the Honor Farmer Contracts Act would restore past-due payments to farmers and reimbursements. “When you see these actions, some are unlawful, some are unconstitutional, and some are just really…
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USDA Announces April 2025 Lending Rates for Agricultural Producers
USDA Announces April 2025 Lending Rates for Agricultural Producers – bladenonline.com
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“Distractions” getting in the way of farm bill progress
A state commodity group leader is concerned Congress is too distracted to finish a new farm bill. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association president Darin Johnson says he and other members visited with lawmakers during a trip to Washington, D.C. last month. “We’re working so hard to try and get this thing to the finish line. I’ll…
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New Tool for Nutrient Management Planners Available
WASHINGTON — On farms, nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus are the building blocks for plant growth and production. Nutrient management requires a custom plan to help minimize nutrient runoff from fields into local waterways. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) works with producers to develop nutrient management plans that can protect water quality and save…
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Farmer sentiment declines due to ag policy uncertainty
An ag economist says trade concerns contributed to the decline in farmer sentiment in the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert says producers are less optimistic about current conditions. But, “Sentiment in the ag sector is still relatively strong, so it’s lower than the last couple of months,” he says. “When you look…
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Live: Severe Weather Impacting Millions In Midwest, South
Live: Severe Weather Impacting Millions In Midwest, South The Weather Channel
